The gathering in New Orleans is to discuss the NBA's impending takeover of the Hornets and the league's desire for local and state government to offer more financial incentives for the club to stay put.

NBA Commissioner David Stern has said the NBA's hope is to stabilize the franchise so it will become more attractive to a buyer who would keep the team in Louisiana.

However, if the NBA cannot make such a deal, the team eventually could be sold to interests who want to move the club elsewhere.